Monthly Archives: August 2008

Friday Adventures

Ella had asked me recently if we could go for another trip on the Circle tram which runs around the city so today was the day!  We headed out early and stopped at Mhairi’s work to meet her for coffee … Continue reading

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Ella Using Chopsticks!

We were having stir fry for dinner and Alan & I were using chopsticks.  Ella asked if she could try using them too and to our amazement she used them with ease!! K

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Scienceworks

This morning I took Ella and Charlie to Scienceworks with Kaylene and Toby. It was my first visit and it’s a fantastic place for children of all ages. There are sections specifically for the younger ones and they darted from … Continue reading

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Winter Wandering

Thursday morning looked dull and the forecast was showers but Ella, Charlie and I headed out for some ‘fresh’ air!  We walked over to Albert Park Lake to feed the ducks, walked along the waters edge for a bit before … Continue reading

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China, running and cold weather

I had another business trip to China last week, these trips have been really interesting and it always amazes me just how different our cultures and lifestyles can be. My hosts have always been very, very friendly and I enjoy … Continue reading

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Baking

Ella had been reading her Fifi magazines and there was a recipe for flapjack.  She asked me if we could make some so here we are still in our pyjamas one morning baking.  They enjoyed licking the bowl and spoons … Continue reading

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A Trip to the Aquarium

Last weekend we took Ella & Charlie to the aquarium – probably the first time Charlie’s been when he’s old enough to enjoy it and he sure did!  He ran from place to place not quite sure what to look … Continue reading

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